Mini Meat Loaves Recipe
Cook Time: 4 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 14 minutes
Servings: 8 mini loaves
Description:
These delightful mini meat loaves are perfect for pleasing both children and adults alike. The secret lies in the zesty topping that adds a unique flavor to this classic dish. Quick to prepare and even quicker to disappear from the dinner table!

Recipe Category:
Cheese
Keywords:
Meat, European, Kid Friendly, Less than 15 Minutes, Oven, Easy, Inexpensive
Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup quick oats
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2/3 cup catsup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons prepared mustard
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 300.5
- Total Fat: 15.1g
- Saturated Fat: 7.1g
- Cholesterol: 83mg
- Sodium: 676.4mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 24.7g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.9g
- Sugars: 18.7g
- Protein: 17g
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a large bowl, beat the egg and milk together until well combined.
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Add the shredded cheddar cheese, quick oats, finely chopped onion, green pepper, salt, black pepper, and dried basil to the bowl. Stir until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
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Add the ground beef to the bowl and mix thoroughly until everything is well incorporated.
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Shape the mixture into 8 mini loaves and place them in a greased baking dish.
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In a separate small bowl, mix together the catsup, brown sugar, and prepared mustard until smooth.
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Spoon the catsup mixture evenly over the tops of the mini meat loaves.
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Bake the mini meat loaves, uncovered, in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes, or until the meatloaves are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
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Remove from the oven and let the mini meat loaves rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes:
- These mini meat loaves are great served with mashed potatoes and a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage. Reheat in the microwave or oven until heated through.
Enjoy these flavorful mini meat loaves that are sure to become a family favorite! Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend treat.